Computing underpins modern life, and the link between current research in computing and commercial product is critical to the continuing success of the IT industry. This course will equip you with the core technical and problem-solving skills to tackle current and emerging challenges in this crucial and fast-changing field.
You will start with the fundamentals of programming and the underlying mathematical principles of computer science, before developing skills in software engineering and algorithm design and exploring challenges in mobile computing, robotics, and graphics that will shape the future. You’ll learn to work with state-of-the-art technologies and select optional modules that suit your interests and career plans, from cloud computing to bio-computation and machine learning.
You’ll be taught by experts in world-class facilities and undertake project work in every year, to build the range of skills you’ll need throughout your professional career.
You can choose to take either the four-year Integrated Masters (MEng, BSc) or the three-year Bachelor’s (BSc) degree on this course.
Career opportunities
Graduates from the School of Computing have excellent job prospects. With the continuing application of computer technologies, rapid growth of hardware and software technologies, their allied industries, and widespread application, the demand for our graduates is set to continue for the foreseeable future. University of Leeds students are among the top 5 most targeted by top employers according to The Graduate Market 2021, High Fliers Research.
Our graduates find employment in the IT industry, ranging from start-ups to international organisations, and across a range of other sectors including technology, retail, finance, public authorities and consultancies. We have close links with companies such as IBM, Accenture and Hewlett Packard, and employers ranging from small/medium enterprises to large multi-nationals consistently target our graduates.
Many graduates have launched careers as software developers and engineers, mobile solution engineers, technology consulting analysts, production project managers and business system analysts at organisations including:
Amazon
BAE Systems
Barclays
BT
Deloitte
Gazprom
GlaxoSmithKline
IBM
IG
Microsoft
Saudi Aramco
Toshiba Research Europe
Transport for London
Higher secondary academic level qualification.
English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each section.
University Type | Public University |
Campus Setting | Urban |
Establishment Year | 1904 |
No. of Campuses | 1 |
No. of Residences | 19 |
Graduate Job Rate | 87.9% |
Endowment | 77.2 million Pounds |
Cost of Attendance | - |
Applications Accepted | Online |
Work-Study | Available |
Intake Type | Semester wise |
Mode of Program | Full time and online |
For international students, it is very important to have an estimate of tuition fees and the cost of living when planning to study in the UK. The annual cost of attendance for studying at the University of Leeds is given below-
Item | Amount per annum (GBP) |
---|---|
Tuition | 20,000-30,000 |
Housing | 3,906-8,424 |
Food | 360 |
Phone and utilities | 120-600 |
Books and supplies | 500 |
Clothes and toiletries | 700 |
Leisure | 1,500 |
Total | 27,086-42,084 |
Note: It is pertinent to note that there is a big difference in the amount of tuition for different programs. The amounts are given above as a range is just an estimate. Applicants are to check with the program for the exact tuition fee.
Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
£ 23,500
Total
£ 23,500